Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Union High Transition ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union High Transition ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Union High Transition's student population of 55 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union High Transition ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union High Transition is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1532 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
45%
18%
White
25%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High Transition's ranking?
Union High Transition is ranked #1532 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High Transition?
The graduation rate of Union High Transition is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Union High Transition?
55 students attend Union High Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Union High Transition students are Black, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union High Transition?
Union High Transition has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union High Transition offer ?
Union High Transition offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Union High Transition part of?
Union High Transition is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Union High Transition located?
Union High Transition is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 7 other public schools located in Westside Connection.
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